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Pope Benedict XVI announced a Year of Faith beginning October 11, 2012, the fiftieth anniversary of the opening of the Second Vatican Council, and ending on the Solemnity of the Feast of Christ the King, November 24, 2013.

"The “door of faith” (Acts 14:27) is always open for us, ushering us into
the life of communion with God and offering entry into his Church. It is
possible to cross that threshold when the word of God is proclaimed and the
heart allows itself to be shaped by transforming grace. To enter through that
door is to set out on a journey that lasts a lifetime."

Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity invite you to open
yourself to the Year of Faith with a Franciscan Focus by experiencing a Vocation Discernment Retreat.

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Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity and Cistercian Nuns invite young adult women to a coming April 21, 2018 Discernment of Spirits Retreat at Valley of Our Lady Monastery, Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin. The day begins with Mass at 8 a.m. The day closes at 4:30 p.m.

What have other young adult women found most helpful in a day like this one? Here's responses from other retreats held in Michigan and Wisconsin.

I appreciated all the instruction and clarification of Ignatian rules before I went into a silent part of the retreat. - Virginia

I found most helpful the split up times of reflection. I also really found the concise definitions to be helpful. -Allie

The silence along with the handouts that I can go back over them in the future (especially when trying to share with others.) - Madi

The quiet reflection time and the time to talk one on one with Sister Jacqueline were helpful. - Zoe

In the good ol' summer time, Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity are ready with possible discernment opportunities that fit your own inspirations.

Face to Face Meeting
Desiring to just have a leisurely conversation with a Sister to ask a few questions? We can meet you at a coffee house or church, or even at a park. Road trips are no problem. Call or text Sister Julie Ann 920-3232-9632 and we will plan a date that fits your schedule.

Scriptural Continuing Education Course
Sister Jacqueline is the instructor for a 5 day class June 26-30 with 2 hour sessions on Jesus, the Bridegroom. Author Brent Pitre shows the key to unlocking the mystery of the "bridegroom" found throughout Scripture from Mount Sinai to Mount Calvary. In essence, you will explore the divine love story of God and Israel and Christ and his bride. Consider our overnight Motherhouse hospitality and spend some time in prayer and study. We'd make sure you have some food and recreation. Click here to …

Not sure what to do? Early Franciscan documents hold some inspiring discernment helps. Find here some tidbits of this classical Franciscan wisdom. If you feel yourself desiring more, consider our Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity Retreat September 21-23, 2012. To register for the retreat,click here.

Where there is a heart full of mercy and discernment, there is neither excess nor hardness of heart. -St. Francis of Assisi

...no one showed me what I had to do, but the Most High Himself revealed to me that I should live according to the pattern of the Holy Gospel.-The Testament

He was speaking with such fire of spirit that he could not contain himself for joy. As he brought forth the word from his mouth, he moved his feet as if dancing, not playfully but burning with the fire of divine love, not provoking laughter but moving them to tears of sorrow. For many of them were touched in their hearts, amazed at the grace of God and the great determination of the man. -Life of St. Francis by…

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Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity and Cistercian Nuns invite young adult women to a coming April 21, 2018 Discernment of Spirits Retreat at Valley of Our Lady Monastery, Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin. The day begins with Mass at 8 a.m. The day closes at 4:30 p.m.

What have other young adult women found most helpful in a day like this one? Here's responses from other retreats held in Michigan and Wisconsin.

I appreciated all the instruction and clarification of Ignatian rules before I went into a silent part of the retreat. - Virginia

I found most helpful the split up times of reflection. I also really found the concise definitions to be helpful. -Allie

The silence along with the handouts that I can go back over them in the future (especially when trying to share with others.) - Madi

The quiet reflection time and the time to talk one on one with Sister Jacqueline were helpful. - Zoe

Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity welcome you on the feast of St. Jude, October 28, 2017. Learn about our ministries in Catholic Education, Health Care and Special Outreaches in Ohio. Is God calling you to share your Gifts as a Franciscan Sister?

Why the theme of 'Doing the Impossible'? Of course, St. Jude is often associated with impossible situations. St. Francis, however, has a quote attributed to him that goes like this: Start by doing what's NECESSARY; then do what is POSSIBLE; and suddenly you are doing the IMPOSSIBLE.
For some people, believe it or not, to follow the dream of their vocation, no matter what it is, feels like an impossible journey. If this is your experience, our Sisters will pass on practical helps that may help you to simplify your own discernment in doing God's will. If you are already making steps and doing what is necessary to grow in your relationship with God in seeking God's will, this retreat is also for you. We promise prayer …

Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity offer some July Discernment Opportunities that are a sure invitation to opening the door to meeting all of our Sisters and discerning God's will for you in our North East Wisconsin Motherhouse.

Meet the Whole Community
One way to discern Franciscan life with us is to immerse yourself in our daily life. Beginning July 1-9 we have a variety of activities that will not only allow you to live with us in our Motherhouse, but you will truly see all of us gathering from the four winds to be with each other. Be ready for a class on St. Clare's Letters to St. Agnes. Other talks planned are on our Community history, health awareness and intercultural development. Walk with us on our own Community Camino Pilgrimage tracing some steps of our early foundresses. Come for a day or a few days. Call or text Sister Julie Ann at 920-323-9632 for more information.